Kia Sportage: Exhaust Emission Control System / Catalytic Converter Description and operation
The catalytic converter of the gasoline engine is a three way catalyst. It oxidizes
carbon monoxide and hydrocarbons (HC), and separates oxygen from the oxides
of nitrogen (NOx).
Catalytic Converter (WCC)

Catalytic Converter (UCC)

Description
Exhaust emissions (CO, HC, NOx) are controlled by a combination of engine modifications
and the addition of special control components.
Modifications to the combust ...
Removal
WCC
1.
Remove the exhaust manifold.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Exhaust Manifold")
UCC
1.
R ...
Other information:
Component Location
1. Heater Unit
Components
[LHD Type]
1. Show Duct [LH]
2. Mode Control Actuator
3. Temperature Control Actuator [LH]
4. PTC Heater Assembly
5. Heater Core Cover
6. Heater Co ...
Description
Purge Control Solenoid Valve (PCSV) is installed on the surge tank and controls
the passage between the canister and the intake manifold. It is a solenoid valve
and is open when the ECM grounds the valve control line. When the passage is
open (PCSV ON), fuel vapo ...